– Create your own website (3-5 pages)
– If you see bad copy, rewrite it
– Practice writing headlines for products you use
– If you’re applying for a job without any relevant writing samples, make one up! (Writing on spec)
– Give yourself a creative brief (from your favorite brand) and execute it
– Write copy for friends, family and local businesses
– Start a blog about copywriting (to demonstrate your knowledge and show authority)
– Spruce up your social media profiles
– Put all your best writing samples into a Google drive/doc/slides and start pitching! (you can’t win if you don’t ask)